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Nebraska head football coach Bo Pelini can be intimidating, maybe a little gruff at times. Nebraska fans in Orlando Monday saw nothing but Pelini’s appreciation for Husker Nation.

“I know you guys are going to be fired up, and I know our kids are excited to go out and play for that 11th win,” Pelini said to the crowd at a Nebraska pep rally. “Love you all and go big red!”

Husker Nation showed the love right back for their coach and for the team. Still, fans weren’t shy to offer their suggestions for some New Year’s resolutions for the Huskers, just in time for Monday’s game.

“Turnovers, the fumbles we could cut down on the fumbles,” said Tyler Ames.

“Win more football games!” said Dale Hausermann. “Recruit better!”

“Keep Bo Pelini as coach,” said Joni Piper. “They need to stay committed as they are to follow his leadership.”

Hundreds attended Monday’s pep rally, and all were ready and hoping to kick off 2013 with a win.

“I can’t put into words how happy I am to be here,” said Mary Gibb. “It’s very exciting!”

And the fans in Orlando are arguably, the best fans in college football. Coach Pelini said it himself.

“It’s about you guys, best fans in America,” Pelini told the crowd.

Most of the fans will be back and ready to cheer in Orlando Tuesday morning when Fan Fest starts three hours before kickoff at 1pm Eastern time, Noon Central time.

KETV’s live pregame show starts at 9am with live reports from Fry, KETV Sports Director Andy Kendeigh and Big Red Zone Insider Sean Callahan. Thor Tripp will also provide analysis and coverage from the KETV studios in Omaha. Then, watch the Capital One Bowl game at Noon on KETV.